Looking for a fun and exciting foodie experience that goes beyond just great dining? Then take a little outing to San Francisco and check out Studio Gourmet SF. You may recall us telling you about this unique opportunity back in November, but here is another chance to participate!
Studio Gourmet SF is an exclusive and entertaining dining treat. The premise is to “watch, listen, enjoy”—making it a hands-on dining experience. The featured chef is Arnold Wong of E&O Trading Company, which has been touted as some of the city’s best Asian fare.
The event will feature a live demonstration and tasting of Chef Wong’s well-known Shitake Mushroom Dumplings. In addition, cocktails and passed hors d’ouevers will be provided by Circolo, all for just $50 a ticket (or pick up two for the discounted price of $85!). Tickets can easily be purchased online.
What makes this special event even more enjoyable? Studio Gourmet will be shooting a television pilot during the evening. So in addition to enjoying wonderful food up close and personal with one of the city’s best chefs, you might just find yourself on the TV screen!
What: Studio Gourmet SF with Arnold Wong
Where: Circolo, 500 Florida Street, San Francisco
Date: Tuesday, March 27
When: 5:30 p.m.
Cost: $50-$85
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Mickey Mouse Cake
I love a good party, especially when it’s my son’s birthday party. Weeks (OK, months) in advance, I’m cooking up themes, menus, games, decorations…but one piece of party puzzle I leave to the experts…the cake! Yes, I realized long ago that I can bake up a tasty cake, but my decorating skills are definitely lacking. Last year I met Tessa of Style Sweet CA (formerly known as The Frosted Cake Shop), and she is an official member of the Birthday Party team.Tessa’s cakes have become an anticipated focal point of my son’s parties beginning with the Special Agent Oso masterpiece she created last year. Since a Thanksgiving trip to Disneyland last year, my son has been obsessed with Mickey Mouse, so I once again turned to The Frosted Cake Shop to create a culinary work of art, and hot diggity dog, did Tessa deliver! Not only is this just the cutest cake, but it tasted delicious as well with moist chocolate cake and buttery vanilla filling.
The Frosted Cake Shop
1820 29th Street
Sacramento, CA 95816
916-453-1981
Photo courtesy of The Frosted Cake Shop
Wordless Wednesday: Taylor’s Kitchen
Sunday brunch at Taylor’s Kitchen is warm, nuanced and punctuated with charm. Not unlike the ever-changing basket of homemade pastries from Pastry Chef Jodie Chavious! Think: Guinness black bottom cupcakes, apple and sour cream muffins with streusel, and the life-changing Hummingbird Bunt Cake (plucked from a Depression-era Southern recipe book).
Dine for a Cause Tomorrow, March 21
Do you have plans for breakfast tomorrow? How about lunch?
Dine at Café Connection on March 21 and 30 percent of proceeds will be donated to the American Lung Association in California. This “One Day of Change” event is designed to raise funds, build awareness and also to promote the Fight for Air Climb that will happen this Saturday, March 24, in the Wells Fargo Building on Capitol Mall (which happens to be a SacFoodies neighbor!).
What: Grab a bite to eat!
Where: Café Connection, 1007 L Street, Sacramento
Date: Wednesday, March 21
When: Stop by any time between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Visit the event website for more information.
Paesanos
As gloomy weather descended upon Northern California, I was in the mood for something warm, hearty and comforting. For me, Italian food is always a wise go-to. To satisfy this craving I decided to stop by a long-time Sacramento favorite, Paesanos, and treat my mom to dinner (insert Best Son Ever award here).
Paesanos’ inviting atmosphere was immediately a relief from the dreary rain drops falling from the sky. We arrived shortly after happy hour, but I still decided to indulge in a lovely glass of wine as we took in the eclectic art that adorns the walls.
We started with my favorite appetizer on the menu, the Bocce Balls. These crisp yet fluffy pieces of rolled pizza dough are superb. They are placed on a plate filled with garlic butter, parmesan and basil—every garlic lover’s dream. They were so good, they were gone as quickly as they arrived.
For our dinner, we decided to do it family style and share our entrees. First, the delicious Tortellini Formaggio: cheesy little tortellini’s of goodness tossed in a pesto cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and topped with parmesan cheese. Tortellini is usually my pasta go-to, as is anything smothered in pesto. Paesanos has found the perfect blend of deliciousness by keeping their sauce perfectly creamy and satisfying. Asparagus, shrimp, chicken or soy-ginger skirt steak can be added to any of their pasta dishes for an extra kick.
Secondly, we settled on quite possibly my favorite food choice ever: pizza. As a recent college graduate, I must say, I have done my fair share of pizza sampling; But the Pizza at Paesanos is truly something special. After much indecisiveness, we settled upon the Greek, a truly divine pie topped with garlic (see a trend?), roasted peppers, red onions, spinach, black olives, mozzarella, feta and my favorite pizza topping of all time, artichokes. It wasn’t just the perfectly crisp and light crust paired with the toppings that made this pizza a standout; it was the touch of fresh lemon squeezed on top that made it a real home run for me.
Paesanos is a great choice if you are looking for something that always satisfies and won’t break the bank (our entire meal was under $35). In addition, you can be sure that you will get outstanding service with a smile. Both our waitress and hostess were wonderful.
With locations in midtown, Elk Grove, or Davis one can find a location in the Sacramento area that’s right around the corner!
Paesanos
1806 Capitol Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 447-8646
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